On March 12, 2026, during a working visit to Brussels, Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri met with the European Commissioner for Enlargement Marta Kos.

The officials discussed the current situation in the negotiation process on the Transnistrian settlement and the advancement of policies for the reintegration of the country, as well as bilateral cooperation between the Republic of Moldova and the European Union in the context of Moldova’s EU accession process.

The Deputy Prime Minister informed about the results and priority measures undertaken by Chișinău to address the pressing problems of residents on both banks of the Nistru River, to remove existing barriers in the eastern districts of the country, and to restore single national spaces in all sectors (economic, social, educational, energy, fiscal, etc.).

Sincere gratitude was expressed to the European Union for its continuous support to the Republic of Moldova, including in the energy sector, which contributes to maintaining stability and ensuring the energy needs of residents on both banks of the Nistru River. This assistance also contributes to the modernization, strengthening, and sustainable development of the country, as well as to the implementation of European quality standards in the national regulatory framework.

The interlocutors reaffirmed their commitment to continuing cooperation in supporting efforts toward the Transnistrian settlement, with respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova.

The discussion on the issue of media access to the activities of the Joint Control Commission continued during a new working meeting held on March 12, 2026, in the city of Bender.

The position of the delegation of the Republic of Moldova remained unchanged: defending the professional right of members of the press to report directly from the source on the functioning of peacekeeping mechanisms in the Transnistrian region of the Republic of Moldova.

At the current stage, this prerogative of journalists is being blocked by representatives from Tiraspol, who demonstrate a selective approach and impose excessive requirements on media outlets from the right bank of the Nistru River. 

Regarding freedom of movement in the Security Zone, the delegation of the Republic of Moldova referred to the road repair works initiated by the mayor’s office of the village of Hîrbovăț on one section of the road and demanded that the unimpeded movement of vehicles belonging to the village’s poultry enterprises be ensured along an alternative route passing through checkpoints of the Transnistrian structures. Our delegation appealed to all members of the Commission to resolve this issue positively in accordance with the provisions of the Agreement of July 21, 1992.

The Delegation of the Republic of Moldova to the Joint Control Commission

On March 2, 2026, the Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration, Valeriu Chiveri participated in commemorative events honoring the heroes who fell on the Nistru River, organized on the occasion of the Day of Remembrance and Gratitude in the localities of Molovata Nouă, Cocieri, and Corjova, in the Dubăsari district.

During the solemn ceremonies, on behalf of the Government of the Republic of Moldova, the Deputy Prime Minister paid tribute to those who sacrificed their lives defending the independence and territorial integrity of the country, emphasizing the importance of preserving the memory of the heroes and passing on the values of courage and dignity to future generations.

In his message, Valeriu Chiveri highlighted the need to strengthen national unity, as well as to continue the efforts undertaken by the authorities to achieve the country’s reintegration through peaceful means.

“That unjust war was not an internal conflict. It was a war initiated from outside. The army that fought against us in 1992 is still present on the territory of our country today, creating difficulties for the efforts to reintegrate the state. These days remind us once again of the value of peace and the gratitude we owe to our heroes. The war left deep marks on families, communities, and in our collective memory,” the Deputy Prime Minister stated.

The events brought together veterans, local authorities, and residents of the communities, who observed a moment of silence in memory of the heroes and reaffirmed their deep respect for those who defended the sovereignty of the state.

During a working visit to Bucharest, Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri held a meeting on March 9, 2026, with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Romania, Oana Țoiu.

The discussion focused on the dynamics of the negotiation process on the Transnistrian settlement, as well as on cooperation between the Republic of Moldova and Romania aimed at strengthening regional stability and security.

During the meeting, the Deputy Prime Minister expressed appreciation for the consistent support provided by Romania to the Republic of Moldova, including in promoting its European development path, strengthening institutional resilience, and implementing development projects.

A separate topic of discussion concerned the field of education, with emphasis placed on the importance of Romania’s support for the development of the education system in the Republic of Moldova, including support for educational institutions located in the Transnistrian region that contribute to preserving and promoting Romanian linguistic and cultural identity in the area not controlled by the constitutional authorities.

The officials also exchanged views on the current situation in the Transnistrian region and the necessity to maintain a coordinated approach at the regional and international levels in order to advance the process of a peaceful settlement of the Transnistrian conflict, in accordance with the principles of sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova.

At the end of the meeting, the parties confirmed their readiness to continue dialogue and cooperation in order to deepen bilateral relations and identify sustainable solutions for the settlement of the Transnistrian conflict.

On the sidelines of his working visit to Bucharest, Romania, Deputy Prime Minister for Reintegration Valeriu Chiveri held meetings on March 10, 2026, with the State Secretary for Strategic and Global Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Romania, Ana Tinca, as well as with the Presidential Advisor for National Security and Foreign Policy, Marius Lazurca.

The discussions focused on recent developments in the Transnistrian conflict settlement process, the regional security context, as well as the coordination of efforts in support of the stability and resilience of the Republic of Moldova.

The Deputy Prime Minister expressed appreciation for the consistent support provided to the Republic of Moldova, including in the process of European integration, strengthening state institutions, and implementing development projects with a direct impact on citizens.

At the end of the meetings, the parties reaffirmed the importance of continuing the dialogue and cooperation between the Republic of Moldova and Romania in order to promote regional stability and advance the peaceful settlement process of the Transnistrian conflict, with full respect for the sovereignty and territorial integrity of the Republic of Moldova